I recently had a conversation about how sometimes we can be totally unaware of how we are perceived. On one hand how others perceive us may not be considered important or something of value. But on on the other hand it's incredibly useful information. It can highlight where we need to work on our communication … Continue reading The importance of perception
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Sending emails to your mailing list
When sending emails do it from a place of generosity. How will this benefit the receiver? As much as you may want to generate sales, bombarding a customer with emails is a poor tactic. It doesn't make a person want to read the emails let alone make a purchase but it might lead to them … Continue reading Sending emails to your mailing list →
What do you want to be known for?
When Seth Godin answered this question he said ' I would like to be known by what the people who have learned from me have taught other people'. I think this was said on an episode of Tim Bilyeus' podcast, Impact Theory. If you're somebody that creates or puts stuff out there, I think it's … Continue reading What do you want to be known for? →
Have I said this before?
Umm, actually that's kind of the point. I used to think it was weird that people I followed online were always saying the same thing. I'd read a post or watch a video and think 'you've said that before'. And they had. But then I gave it more thought and realised that it makes sense … Continue reading Have I said this before? →
Why shouting might not get the message across
The talker may assume the louder my voice the more they'll understand what I'm saying, or maybe they feel like you're not listening so they have no choice but to shout. Nobody likes being shouted at and so the listener instead of focusing on the message will focus on the fact that you're shouting and … Continue reading Why shouting might not get the message across →